Butter Print/Mold, Deeply Carved Pineapple Motif, Possible Bullard Co Mold
$95.00
Lovers of Antique Butter Print/Molds take a look at this interesting piece.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
Lovers of Antique Butter Print/Molds take a look at this interesting piece.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
Lovers of Antique Butter Print/Molds take a look at this interesting piece.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
It is possible this is a Bullard Company mold. The deeply carved print is very similar to one seen on pg 182, of the book "Butter Prints and Molds", by Paul E. Kindig. Typically, Bullard Molds can be identified as they were stamped on the top. This one is not, so proof of its authenticity is impossible. The style and construction are consistent with Bullard products, it is possible it was a later production piece as this company underwent several iterations between its formation in 1864 and when it finally closed its doors in 1895. There are marks on the handle and the print suggesting that tape was applied at some point, perhaps to write identifying information to place it within a collection. The print is in good condition considering its age. The handle can be unscrewed from the print though I do not recommend doing this very often as the wooden carved turnings of the screw are worn and resecuring it will be impacted by how many times it is removed. Other than the tape marks there are no marked blemishes or repairs to this piece.
This is a large piece, with the handle extended it is approx. 7 3/4 inches long, unscrewed from the print the handle approx. 5 3/4 inches long. The print is approx. 3 5/8 inches in diameter and deeply carved with the pineapple pattern referenced above. The top has a beautiful lathe turned pattern of concentric circles. I am not sure what kind of wood was used, but it is a darker wood, perhaps walnut. Please refer to photos for full perspective.
As always, thanks for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.